SG shares are shares of companies listed on the Singapore Exchange (SGX). When you buy SG shares, you own a portion of a Singapore-listed company and may benefit from capital gains and dividend income, depending on the company's performance.
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Why invest in Singapore shares
The Singapore Exchange (SGX) is home to many of the nation’s most established and resilient companies—ranging from banks and telecommunications firms to industrial giants and real estate investment trusts (REITs).
Many of these companies are known for providing consistent dividend returns, making them popular among long-term investors seeking both stability and passive income.Stable domestic economySingapore’s diversified economy—spanning finance, real estate, manufacturing, oil and gas, and logistics—reduces reliance on any single sector. This diversity allows investors to build portfolios that can better withstand market fluctuations.Buy shares on Singapore's primary exchange
Singapore Exchange (SGX)SGX offers investors and traders world-class connectivity. The companies listed on the SGX are dominated by the real estate, banks, shipping, and oil and gas industry, with a significant representation in the consumer staples and healthcare sectors as well. Explore one of the many SGX-listed shares including DBS Group Holdings Ltd shares, Singapore Telecommunications Ltd shares and Singapore Airlines Ltd shares.
How to get started on investing?
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Apply for an accountApply online and wait for your account to be verified
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Fund your accountDeposit seamlessly via bank transfer
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Find and investTrade over 35,000 shares in domestic and international markets
Keen to learn more about share investing? What is share investing?Share investing is one way to build wealth. Use your share dividends to maximise short-term income or grow your funds long term.How it worksA share is a slice of ownership in a company. When you buy and sell shares on a stock exchange, you can make money in two ways: collecting dividends (company profits) or taking advantage of a rise in your share's value. Buy shares using individually-held electronic funds or leverage your share trading using a margin loan from a margin loan provider.
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What are SG shares?
How can I buy shares listed in Singapore?
To buy Singapore-listed shares, open a trading account with a licensed stockbroker such as CMC Invest. After funding your account, search for stocks listed on the Singapore Exchange (SGX) and place a buy order during market hours through the trading platform.
What are the trading hours for SG shares?
SG shares trade on the Singapore Exchange (SGX) during these hours (Singapore time):
Pre-open: 8:30am – 9:00am
Morning session: 9:00am – 12:00pm
Afternoon session: 1:00pm – 5:00pm
Do SG shares pay dividends?
Many SG shares, especially banks, REITs, and blue-chip companies, are known for paying regular dividends. Dividend payouts depend on company profits and board decisions, and they are typically distributed quarterly, semi-annually, or annually.
What are the risks of investing in SG shares?
Like all investments, SG shares carry risks, including:
Share price volatility
Company-specific risks (earnings, management, competition)
Economic and interest rate changes
While Singapore's market is well-regulated, share prices can still rise or fall based on market conditions.
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